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Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8

Holiday home in Fort Smith with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
TroutHouse in Ft. Smith is a 10/10 Exceptional retreat, where comfort meets convenience. Enjoy open mountain views from the large party deck or unwind in the mud/wader room with a washer/dryer after a day on the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8

There is a reason that this property is rated “10/10 Exceptional” over the past seven years. You cannot find a house in Ft. Smith that offers as comfort – so much room, quality beds, leather furniture, open mountain views and kitchen amenities that the TroutHouse in Ft. Smith does – all only a quick walk from the fly shops, gas station and convenience store. And you can stay connected with the fastest wireless signal in Ft. Smith from its Starlink satellite dish.

This property was set up by owners who know Montana and what it takes to have a great day on the water or in the field. Directly put, it’s a first-class ticket for coach fare when you want to do a trip right. It’s an impeccably maintained home just two blocks south of the fly shops and Yellowtail Market on HWY 313 in Fort Smith.

But probably most notable is that we do more than just rent a ten star property. We help our guests with everything from most trusted guides and proven fly patterns to discount boat rentals and river intel -- just ask us and we "got a guy" to help make your trip great.

The TroutHouse is located only ½ mile from the Bighorn River launch Afterbay boat ramp and even closer to the entrance of the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, near the Yellowtail Dam.

The house sleeps eight (six beds), featuring 3 bedrooms – 2 queen beds and two pairs (4 beds) of sturdy twin XL bunk beds (1/2 of king size). It has 2 full bathrooms, and a washer/dryer in the mud/wader room. The mud room is set up to easily take off your gear and dry out your waders and hunting clothes overnight. If you need to stay connected to the office, the house has a second monitor, office chair, and desk to give you a comfortable space to do what you need.

The cabin features a large party deck with lots of patio furniture for outside lounging, a propane Weber grill, and a rod and gear utility shed if additional secure storage is needed during your stay. There is ample parking for 6 vehicles and the circle driveway makes it easy to manage boat trailers.

This property has a fully equipped kitchen, relaxing family room with HDTV, DVD player, MP3 compatible stereo and plenty of private space throughout house. Central heating and A/C ensure your stay will comfy regardless of the season. The house’s high speed dedicated wireless internet (90mg per second) service offers guests’ unlimited access to streaming and a wide selection of digital content.

We look forward to hosting you on your next trip to the Bighorn.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: There are ample places outdoors to have a smoke.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are ample places outdoors to have a smoke.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Fort Smith, MT

What's nearby

  • Bighorn Trout Shop - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fort C.F. Smith Site - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Yellowtail Dam Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Yellowtail Dam Marina - 34 min drive - 17.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pollys - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8 located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bighorn Trout Shop, Fort C.F. Smith Site and Bighorn River. Yellowtail Dam Visitor Center is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

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Bighorn River fly fishing - Lake bass fishing - Waterfowling - Sleeps 2 - 8 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Healing Waters trip

We stay at the Trout House every year for our Project Healing Waters trips.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a blast! Fortsmith never disappointed, the house was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The communication concerning check in and details about the fishing reports were spot on. Looking forward to our next visit Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diamond L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best of the Bighorn

This was such a wonderful rental. Great location and wonderful home full of great amenities and space. Would absolutely come back and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break getaway

This was the perfect place for our fishing vacation! Nice & cozy. Close to the river. Well stocked for making meals. We hope to make it back up again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bighorn home.

Excellent property and location for access to the Bighorn River.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sept Bighorn trip

Great stay, comfortable and included everything we needed during our stay. Kitchen well furnished, towels, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

TJ V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great as always

Another great trip to the TroutHouse. Great fishing and a great place to stay. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual fishing trip

It's perfect for 2 and would also be good for 4
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EXCELLENT EVERY TIME

The Trouthouse is our go-to lodging on the Bighorn. The owners are attentive to every detail and need. The propertt has all the amenities you need and is very comfortable. This is our 6th year staying in the Trouthouse andnwe have no plans on staying anywhere else on future trips.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

T.J. J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fiber survey crew

Sadly we were only able to utilize a few days of our two weeks stay.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sacred Waters | Fantastic Property

We had never been on the Big Horn River or been to Fort Smith. This property and its owners made our visit perfect. Very comfortable home with all our needs covered. We loved it and would absolutely rent from them again. Great instructions and very simple to utilize all aspects involved. Did I mention the access to some of the best trout fishing in the country was a double bonus? Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice little house. There is nothing close by so be sure to take groceries with you. My son and husband had a great time fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, clean, Host was very accommodating! I will definitely be back. Fishing was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Nice place-very well appointed with everything you need and just minutes from the Horn. Very clean and great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, once again

This property is the best we've stayed at in Ft. Smith. I think this our sixth year straight. The home is perfectly appointed and the hosts are extremely accomodating. We wont stay anywhere else.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bighorn

Had a great stay here. Had everything we needed plus more. Comfortable and in great location to fish the Bighorn!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trouthouse

This is our 2nd time at this property. We enjoy the location and house. Nice and homie
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home

My crew of buddies all commented this was one of the best fishing/hunting homes they've stayed in. A well stocked kitchen including things you typically forget to bring (ziplocks, detergent, etc). Great mattresses, nice towels and even a DVD collection! Felt like home.....
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

This home is set up perfectly for multiple friends wanting to enjoy the fishing experience at Ft. Smith. Fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, easy access to the river. Check it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place to stay

House was great we had a good time on the river on got to come back to very comfortable house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Bighorn Experience

We have made multiple visits to this property as it is always clean and well appointed for our group stay. This visit was no exception. Terrific place to make the headquarters for your bighorn fishing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Clean and Convenient Clean Comfortable

This house is roomy and sleeps 8. It is quite nice and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vito A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great isolated rental on the reservation

Fully stocked and a good location right next to the river. Quiet area with no disturbances and a local friendly community. Check in was easy and we didn't have any issues other than dated appliances and features. It is a far drive from anything major so coming ready for days alone is necessary. The local market has almost no supply and the people running it are rude and uncooperative. It is best just to avoid it. The surrounding landscape is serene and as long as you don't have to interact with any of the locals, it is pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

We had a wide range of ages 8-70. We all slept comfortably and enjoyed our stay. This property is what is described. The host even helped give information on having a successful fishing experience. Great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trouthouse

The Trouthouse is always our go-to place in Fort Smith while fishing the Bighorn. The location is perfect and we can get as many as 8 of us staying there.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024